Question

Importance of lines of latitude

Answer 1

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The most important line of latitude is the equator, which runs horizontally around the fattest part of the earth. The most important longitude line is the Prime Meridian which runs vertically and goes through Greenwich, England. ... Latitude and longitude are measured in degrees and also have a direction.

Answer 2

Answer:

From north to south they are:

(i) Arctic Circle at 66½°N- Marks the northern limit beyond which there can be daylight or darkness for more than 24 hours

(ii)Tropic of Cancer (23½° N) in the Northern Hemisphere. -Marks the northern limit of the overhead rays of the sun

(iii) Equator 00 - Divides the earth in northern & southern hemisphere

(iv)Tropic of Capricorn (23½° S) in the Southern Hemisphere.- Marks the southern limit of the overhead rays of the sun

(v) Antarctic Circle at 66½°S-Marks the southern limit beyond which there can be daylight or darkness for more than 24 hours.